Ebony Visions Rite Of Passage by Thomas Blackshear

There's nothing so satisfying to a little boy than springing a shocking surprise on an unsuspecting companion. In this classic encounter, Blackshear reminds us of a carefree childhood full of delightful possibilities and surprises. - 37087A NOTES: The delightfully animated Surprise! Edition Retired December 2004 with 9,916 pieces. These,two children with their leaping frog introduced in June 2001 have become one of the most popular children's scenes in the collection

So Happy Artist Proof Artist Proof Editions are the first pieces produced of one design used to confirm accurate duplication of the Artist's Master. These pieces are signed and numbered as Artist Proof (AP) and not included in the Edition size. Artist Proof edition sizes for Ebony Visions are limited to 50 pieces. - 834379AP NOTES: Elated with joy, a young girl can hardly contain herself when her loved ones return. Her special teddy friend unceremoniously dropped, lays waiting by her side. Words can not express this moment, but light brightens all who view her. Excited little girl fits in with the military home coming scene and as a stand alone figurine

A happy double hug is one spontaneous and universal way for children to express their joy in life and their appreciation for one another through loving feelings that come straight from the hearts. - 37101 NOTES: Retired June 2005 with a final production quantity of 8,864